The ruling comes shortly after former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar called for Mr El-Rufai’s release to enable him to celebrate Eid at home.
Nigeria has canvassed global support for the proposed state police, saying the initiative will improve public trust, boost accountability and enhance internal security nationwide.
He said the enforcement was being carried out under Operation Sweep FCT, initiated to rid the territory of criminals.
She criticised the recent visit of Taiwanese Presiden Lai Ching-te to Eswatini, describing it as a covert move aimed at expanding separatist activities internationally.
Mr Umahi said the road projects would enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life of Nigerians.
“Our mandate is to face criminals and criminality at whatever level,” the police said.
The judge said, “Until I get the record, there is really not much I can do. You have not applied for bail before me.”
The Abdulraman Mohammed-led National Working Committee of the PDP is set to commence the screening of its presidential and governorship aspirants.
The group demanded clarification on whether the officials declared such allocations in line with public service rules and asset declaration requirements.
The prosecutor said that offence contravened section 312, 322, and 309 of the Penal Code.
